YouthFront in USA Today
YouthFront got a little national mention yesterday in USA Today. USA Today did an article on the reality that major sports star rarely spend their whole career with one team. The article focused on Barry Bonds, Luis Gonzalez, Craig Biggio, Kerry Wood and Mike Sweeney, among others.
An excerpt,
Sweeney, a first baseman and designated hitter, has remained a Royal since breaking into the majors in 1995. He has become an icon in the Kansas City area as much for his play on the field as a five-time All-Star and for his charitable contributions off the field. He has shown dedication to children via his involvement with Children's Mercy Hospital and local chapters of youth organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and YouthFront. He also hosts area charity and non-profit groups at Royals games.
"For me, I really focus on the legacy that I will leave behind, not only for my family but with the game of baseball," says Sweeney, a .302 career hitter with 188 homers and 794 RBI in 1,197 games. "If I was bouncing around from team to team, I wouldn't have the connection with the community and the younger kids that I have now. It's a joy for me to go to a church or a school or a baseball youth clinic and see kids who are excited. That has an impact on you.
"It would be real special to retire a Royal."
Mike is a wonderful ambassador for Jesus in our community. Mike has been a great friend to YouthFront. I spoke to Mike recently and he is really excited about the future of YouthFront, especially what we are doing at camp and our passion for the Spiritual Formation of adolescents. Thanks Mike.
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